Some of the stars of 2025-26 TWCA Football
Following a brief hiccup in 2023, when they finished 3-8, The Woodlands Christian Academy flipped the script in dramatic fashion just a year ago – concluding with an overall record of 8-4 and advancing to the TAPPS-5A Regional Round. Given the strong mix of talent the team has coming back, the Warriors appear primed to continue their upward trend in 2025.
The primary catalyst is senior QB Santiago Fernandez (Army-commit), a second-team, all-state selection who fueled the team’s resurgence. By season’s end, Fernandez had thrown for nearly 2,500 yards and 29 touchdowns, while adding 1,353 rushing yards and 13 scores on the ground – making him one of the most dynamic dual-threats in the state.
TWCA Sr. QB Santiago FernandezJamey Wright (VYPE)
Sophomore Baron Meacham is expected to take on a much larger role in the offense, contributing both as a running back and slot receiver. Junior wideout Julio Fernandez and senior lineman Hayden Bennett return as steady producers on a unit that won’t lack firepower.
On defense, senior lineman Prince Holiday (75 tackles, 18 TFL, 8 sacks) anchors the front after a first-team, all-state season. Fellow senior Brayden Hinote (second-team, all-state) a versatile defensive back and offensive threat, brings leadership and playmaking ability. Blake Hollas, Owen Thornberry, and Joey Orr round out a group filled with experience.
Replacing stars like Beau Ellis and Grayson Boeker won’t be an easy task for head coach Kolby Hull – but with this core, TWCA is built to compete.